How can I move my Webflow site live and add my old MX records to the hosting panel?
TL;DR
- Set up your custom domain in Webflow by adding it under the Hosting tab in Project Settings and follow verification instructions.
- Update DNS settings in your domain registrar by pointing A and CNAME records as instructed by Webflow.
- Add existing MX records in your domain registrar's DNS panel to maintain email services.
- Publish your site from the Webflow dashboard after completing DNS adjustments.
Transferring a Webflow site live and adding existing MX records involves several steps. Here's how you can do it:
1. Set Up Custom Domain in Webflow
- Go to Project Settings in your Webflow Dashboard for the project you want to make live.
- Navigate to the Hosting tab.
- Add your custom domain that you want to connect, following Webflow's instructions for domain verification.
2. Update DNS Settings
- Access your domain registrar's DNS settings panel.
- Update your DNS settings as directed by Webflow, which typically involves pointing A records to Webflow's IPs: (a) 75.2.70.75, (b) 99.83.190.102.
- Add a CNAME record pointing your subdomain (e.g., www) to proxy-ssl.webflow.com.
3. Add Old MX Records
- In your domain registrar's DNS panel, go to the MX Records section.
- Enter your existing MX records from your old setup, ensuring they match exactly to continue receiving emails as before.
- Be sure the priority settings match your previous configuration.
4. Publish Your Site
- Once the DNS adjustments are complete, return to your Webflow Dashboard.
- Click Publish, then choose the domain(s) where you wish to publish your site.
Summary
To move your Webflow site live, set up your custom domain in Webflow, update your DNS settings at your registrar, add your old MX records, and finally, publish from the Webflow dashboard. This ensures your site will be live and email services continue without interruption.
